Sterilization Characteristics of Dairy Products
Sterilization Characteristics of Dairy Products
1. Microbial safety:

Sterilization mainly targets bacteria, especially pathogenic bacteria. Mold and yeast are easily eliminated during this process. High temperature sterilization ensures food hygiene and safety, extends shelf life, and eliminates spoilage bacteria and enzymes.

2. Enzyme inactivation:

Sterilization treatment will cause the lactase to lose activity, while some bacterial lipases and proteases may still retain some activity.

3. Nutrition:

After long-term heat treatment, some vitamin contents in sterilized milk will be reduced, which is an issue we need to pay attention to. The sterilization process of dairy products is designed to achieve microbiological safety while maintaining the flavor and shelf life of the product.

Sterilization Precautions for Dairy Products

1. Temperature and time:

The sterilization process requires heating dairy products to a specific temperature and maintaining it for an appropriate time to avoid over-sterilization or insufficient sterilization. For example, in-bottle sterilization at 110°C for 30 minutes kills all lactase enzymes, but not all bacterial lipases and proteases. This process results in the Maillard reaction, browning, and vitamin loss.

2. Packaging and sterilization:

High temperature sterilization usually involves sterilizing packaging to prevent recontamination. Proper packaging materials and sealing techniques are critical to maintaining product safety and quality.

During the sterilization process of dairy products, it is of vital significance to ensure the safety of microorganisms while maintaining the flavor of the product and extending its shelf life. To do this, the cooling process must be properly controlled to ensure vitamin retention and a deep understanding of consumer preferences for final product color and taste. The comprehensive consideration of these factors will help us formulate a suitable sterilization process for dairy products, thereby producing healthy, safe and delicious dairy products to meet the needs of consumers.
    Sterilization Characteristics of Condensed Milk
    Unsweetened condensed milk (also called evaporated milk) lacks antibacterial effects because it has no added sugar. Ultimately the combination of low water activity, proper packaging and autoclave processing makes condensed milk a safe and long-lasting dairy product.

    Precautions for Sterilization of Condensed Milk

    High-temperature sterilization of condensed milk requires precise control of temperature, time and other factors to achieve both safety and quality.
    • ★ Temperature and time:

      The sterilization process involves heating milk to a specific temperature and holding it there for a certain period of time. The goal is to eliminate harmful microorganisms (bacteria, yeast and mold) while maintaining the desired product quality. The exact temperature and time depend on the specific process used (e.g. direct steam injection, indirect heating or heat exchanger). Typically, retort treatments use temperatures above 121°C.

    • ★ Foaming and layering:

      Bubbles can occur during the filling process, where air is trapped during the filling process causing undesirable air bubbles in the final product. Maintaining proper filling temperatures helps reduce foaming. In contrast, "delamination" is separation caused by temperature fluctuations during processing. Proper temperature control or through the 360° rotation function of the sterilizer can prevent this problem.

    • ★ Packaging:

      Condensed milk is usually packaged in metal cans, which effectively blocks water, oil and air. Sealed cans protect products from contamination and preserve their shelf life.

    • ★ High temperature treatment:

      After canning, the condensed milk undergoes a high-temperature and high-pressure sterilization process, which further ensures the inactivation of any remaining bacteria and extends the stability of the product.

    Sterilization Characteristics of Flavored Milk
    In the high-temperature sterilization process of sweet milk, we must take into account the maintenance of taste and the maximization of energy efficiency on the premise of ensuring safety to achieve a delicate balance.
    • 01Color change

      During the high-temperature treatment that brings flavored milk to a commercially sterile state, a series of significant chemical changes occur. These changes will have a significant impact on the milk's identifiable characteristics, such as color and mouthfeel.

    • 02Thermal stability

      It is of great significance to maintain the taste and quality of sweet milk. During high-temperature processing, conditions should be carefully controlled to avoid adverse effects on the flavor properties of sweet milk. Therefore, it is crucial to ensure a balance of thermal stability while maintaining the unique taste of sweet milk.

    • 03Product composition and viscosity

      The composition of flavored milk affects its heat resistance. Viscosity (thickness) affects heat transfer and uniformity during heating. Uniform product texture ensures thorough heat treatment.

    • 04pH value and salt balance

      Correct pH and salt balance can prevent processing problems and sedimentation during storage.

    • 05Microbiological safety

      After treatment in a sterilization retort, harmful microorganisms including spores can be effectively removed. During the sterilization process, the heat resistance of the spores plays an important role in determining the sterilization effect. Regular microbial monitoring helps ensure the quality and safety of raw milk used for retort processing.

    • 06Energy saving

      High-temperature sterilization retorts offer energy-saving advantages and precise temperature and pressure control for effective sterilization. This ensures product quality, meets commercial sterility standards, and provides safer food choices for consumers.

    Precautions for Sterilization of Flavored Milk
    Temperature And Time
    High temperature treatment is usually carried out in the temperature range of 90°C to 150°C.
    Bacteriological Safety
    High temperature treatment successfully eliminates bacteria, viruses, fungi and spores.
    Quality Monitoring Technology
    By using non-destructive techniques such as spectroscopy, we can accurately assess changes in milk quality during the heating process. These techniques provide us with insights into chemical and structural changes while ensuring that the final product is not affected in any way.
    The purpose of sterilizing milk and other dairy products is to kill all existing microorganisms, including pathogenic bacteria and spores. Ensure that packaged products are safe for long-term consumption at room temperature and will not be damaged by microorganisms. Understanding these factors can help produce safe, tasty, and high-quality flavored dairy products through sterilization.
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